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Metal Detecting and Treasure Laws in Wyoming
RestrictedMetal detecting. Banned at historic/archaeological sites; parks need written superintendent OK
Treasure trove and found property. State claims antiquities; historic sites protected
Submerged and wrecks. Claims submerged-land wrecks (ASA)
Treasure trove and found property. State claims antiquities; historic sites protected
Submerged and wrecks. Claims submerged-land wrecks (ASA)
Worth knowing
Recreational detecting broadly limited.
This is a plain-language starting point, not legal advice. The rules change and vary by county, city, park, and parcel, and federal land carries its own restrictions. Always confirm with the specific land manager or agency before you search, and record and report finds where the law requires it.
Open ground in Wyoming
Places you can legally dig, pan, or comb here:
- The American Fossil Quarry Kemmerer, Wyoming
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